Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,020 +36.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.13
10th percentile $34,270
90th percentile $58,240
Employed locally 2,270
National median $33,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,270
    25th
    $42,430
    50th (median)
    $46,020
    75th
    $48,200
    90th
    $58,240

    Top-paying metros for Waiters and Waitresses

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $71,920
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $66,350
    Vermont $60,910
    Northern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $60,840
    Southern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $53,460
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $48,760

    Related occupations in Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Fast Food and Counter Workers $35,690
    Cooks, Restaurant $40,150
    Food Preparation Workers $36,230
    First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $49,430
    Bartenders $46,900
    Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria $46,380

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Waiters and Waitresses make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Waiters and Waitresses in Western Washington is $22.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.87 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Waiters and Waitresses salaries?

    The median Waiters and Waitresses salary in Western Washington is 36.3% above the national median of $33,760. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Waiters and Waitresses in Western Washington?

    Entry-level Waiters and Waitresses (10th percentile) earn around $34,270 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,430.